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Iglesia Esperanza for Bethlehem Moravian Church
About us
In July, 2009, the Northern Province of the Moravian Church brought Pastor Tracy Robinson to Bethlehem to explore a mission church to the Latino community in the Lehigh Valley. During that first year, Pastor Robinson established a Core Team, began a Bible Study at College Hill, met dozens of ecumenical and community leaders and Latino business owners, and walked the neighborhoods particularly in south Bethlehem. As he became more and more drawn to the people and the particular needs of South Bethlehem, Iglesia Esperanza for Bethlehem was founded and started their first meeting in St. John’s Windish Lutheran Church on September 19, 2009. At this time, worship is held every Sunday night with an average attendance of 40 during the summer and 60 to 80 during the fall and winter season. Bible study, music, computer, English, tutoring and exercise classes are also held weekly. Monthly youth music events are held Friday nights. Every spring a community outreach and day of serving called Familia is held with free lunch, kid’s games and music all day. Our partner congregations are instrumental in this event including organizing food, clothing, books, toys, toothbrushes and disposable diaper and wipes giveaways. In the summer our partner churches collect backpacks and school supplies. In the fall they collect coats, hats and mittens. The goal of Esperanza is to bring hope to people who are dealing with overwhelming deficits including economic, medical, separations from homeland and families, transportation needs, under employment, educational and in some cases legal issues. Our worship times often include children’s crafts, a meal, dual language worship and the opportunity for the students in our music classes to participate. We welcome people from other congregations to worship with us, to help with classes, to contribute to our collections and to pray for the children and the families of South Bethlehem. Our mission is complex with over a dozen different Latino... show more
nationalities already identified we strive to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with everyone who comes to our events. In the past year we have celebrated Christmas and Easter as a community. We have had our first wedding and several baptisms. After our first New Member’s class over 37 people became the charter members of this growing mission community of faith.
Esperanza for Bethlehem is a group of people who love God and love Bethlehem and want to work for change in our community. We invite you to join us in this venture. This is a place where you can come and share your ideas.
Do you know people who are looking for a greater
sense of family?
Do our children and young people need a
sense of hope for their future?
Do you know someone who is looking
for a fuller meaning in life?
Join us as we work together asking for God’s blessing on our community. We meet Sunday nights for worship— check out our Meetings & Events for more information at: www.esperanzaforbethlehem.org show more
Esperanza for Bethlehem is a group of people who love God and love Bethlehem and want to work for change in our community. We invite you to join us in this venture. This is a place where you can come and share your ideas.
Do you know people who are looking for a greater
sense of family?
Do our children and young people need a
sense of hope for their future?
Do you know someone who is looking
for a fuller meaning in life?
Join us as we work together asking for God’s blessing on our community. We meet Sunday nights for worship— check out our Meetings & Events for more information at: www.esperanzaforbethlehem.org show more
Hours of operation
Sunday4:00PM - 7:00PM
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December 19, 2017
Allison J. asked:I held a coat drive at my job and I am looking for a place or program that accepts used coat donations. I believe we collected mostly adult coats but there may be a few children's and junior's coats as well. Any recommendations are appreciated. Thank you!Penn N. replied:Please bring them to https://www.facebook.com/EsperanzaForBethlehem/ we are in need for all the PR families coming with NOTHING
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